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Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer Error Codes: Full List & Meanings

Every Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error code in the Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart, as published by Sears PartsDirect, with its meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Codes by system

Control / electronics

Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer F2 E3 (mismatch of main electronic control board and user lnterface control)

Water fill

Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer F3 E1 (water level pressure sensor fault) Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer F8 E5 (hot & cold fill hoses are reversed) Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer Wash LED on (no fill or long fill)

All Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error codes

Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.

CodeMeaningSystemOwner action
Lid Lock LED flashingIndicates the control recorded one of the error codes shown below.Control / electronicsService
F0 E2Excessive suds.Suds / detergentSee page
F0 E4High water temperature in the rinse cycle.HeatingSee page
F0 E5Unbalanced load.Load balanceService
F1 E1Main electronic control board failure.Control / electronicsReset only
F1 E2Motor control error on main electronic control board failure.Motor / driveReset only
F2 E1Stuck key. This code is for models with a digital display.Control / electronicsService
F2 E3Mismatch of main electronic control board and user lnterface control. This code is for models with a digital display.Control / electronicsOwner checks
F3 E1Water level pressure sensor fault.Water fillOwner checks
F3 E2Inlet water temperature fault.Water fillReset only
F5 E1Lid switch fault. This code is displayed if Start is pressed with the lid open.Door / lockService
F5 E2Lid lock fault.Door / lockReset only
F5 E3Lid unlock fault.Door / lockSee page
F5 E4Lid not opened between cycles.Door / lockService
F7 E1Basket speed sensor fault.SensorsService
F7 E5Shifter assembly fault. The main electronic control board cannot determine the position of the drive system shifter.Motor / driveService
F7 E6Motor fault.Motor / driveService
F7 E7Motor is unable to reach target RPM. A problem with drive components could also cause excess friction.Motor / driveService
F8 E1Not filling or long fill time.Water fillReset only
F8 E3Overflow condition.Leak protectionService
F8 E5Hot & cold fill hoses are reversed.Water fillOwner checks
F9 E1Long drain time. The washer isn't draining after the drain pump runs for 10 minutes.DrainReset only
Wash LED onNo fill or long fill.Water fillOwner checks
Spin LED onLong drain time. The washer did not drain after the drain pump has been running for 10 minutes.DrainSee page

Symptoms

Washer Not Draining Washer Not Filling All washers All Whirlpool error codes

Sources

  1. Sears PartsDirect: Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Whirlpool.